Fillet vs. Skipjack tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fillet and skipjack tuna
- Fillet has more copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, fiber, phosphorus, and folate; however, skipjack tuna has more selenium and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for copper for fillet is 91% higher.
Food types used in this article are Vegetarian fillets and Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +156.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +740.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +57.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +91.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4580% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2794.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +637.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +52.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +91.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +920% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +56.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23 g
Fats:
18 g
Carbs:
9 g
Water:
45 g
Other:
5 g
Protein:
28.21 g
Fats:
1.29 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.28 g
Other:
8.22 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1295.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +64.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.849 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.376 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.332 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.42 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.243 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.403 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1700.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2215.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.3% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.925mg | 0.11mg | 91% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.1mg | 0.038mg | 89% |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.2µg | 2.19µg | 84% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 46.8µg | 83% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.9mg | 0.122mg | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 9.332g | 0.403g | 60% |
| Vitamin B3 | 12mg | 18.756mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.5mg | 0.981mg | 40% |
| Fats | 18g | 1.29g | 26% |
| Fiber | 6.1g | 0g | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 450mg | 285mg | 24% |
| Folate | 102µg | 10µg | 23% |
| Vitamin E | 3.45mg | 23% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 490mg | 47mg | 19% |
| Choline | 82mg | 15% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.849g | 0.42g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.376g | 0.243g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 10% | |
| Protein | 23g | 28.21g | 10% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 132kcal | 8% |
| Calcium | 95mg | 37mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 1.6mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 44mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.4mg | 1.05mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 9g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 18µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 600mg | 522mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.9g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.8g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.316mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.237mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.3mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.293mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.59mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.835mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.101mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.453mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.83mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.091g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.237g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.017g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
136%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 443mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.429g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fillet is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Fillet is cheaper (difference - $5.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fillet is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fillet is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)